The finish on Magnetism is a first for me, because I remember previous Illamasqua lipsticks I’ve tried as having a matte finish (or even an iridescent but still mostly matte finish). Magnetism has quite the sheen, and as a result, actually feels very unlike the brand’s formula overall. It has a much creamier, more glide-on consistency and feel that doesn’t tug or pull at all, and it’s comfortable and hydrating to wear. It was really easy to apply the color, but it had a tendency to create lines if you pressed your lips together. This shade wore five and a half hours and left behind a faint stain. The color coverage was opaque.

The Glossover

This was a surprising item from the collection (from what I've seen so far), because it had a slightly different texture. I think those who have avoided Illamasqua's lipstick range because of the more matte, drier texture, may find this one a breath of fresh air.

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Love love love the color on you! I have tried Illamasqua lipsticks before and the dry matte texture was a real drawback. In fact my first lipstick broke when I applied it as I had put too much pressure while swiping it across my lips, it was THAT dry! Glad to see a more workable texture!

Lovely colour. At first glance and looking just at the photos of the lipstick in the tube, I thought it was extremely close to NARS’ Transeurope Express. But, after bringing that one out and comparing, I think the NARS is more dusky rose and softer, while this is more raspberry. I’m tempted! I’m a bit surprised though at the 4.5 rating for longevity; I have a vague memory of you being a bit critical of lipsticks that only lasted around 5 or 5.5 hours,no? Then again, I know you consider a lot of factors, so perhaps the 5.5 duration was not that significant in the long run.

The color is nice, but I hope this doesn’t mean that Illamasqua is moving away from the matte finish…I haven’t found any other lipstick that’s as striking matte as Illamasqua’s, and that’s my favorite lipstick finish. :/

Christine, how different is this from MAC+Marcel Wanders Catharina (I believe from 2010)? In terms of color and feel? As I loved and is still deeply in love with that collection’s lipstick formula/finish.

when I saw this lipstick (and the Q collection) on the MYER Australia mini Beauty magazine, I just had to google it on the dot.
I loooove the colour!

I’m sooo excited for them to launch the Q collection, because not only pretty, they actually tried to keep the price in par with the US price.
And they are the first company to do that, I know its for marketing but I should praise their willingness to drop prices.

The lipstick is $25ea in Australia as opposed to $22 from Sephora, but it’s still fair enough!
As a reference, MAC lipstick retails for $36 here as opposed to $15 in the US.

I have never tried Illamasqua product before, but considering they dropped their price, I’m very much willing to!

How would you compare this to Bobbi Brown Cosmic Raspberry? I think BB is much brighter? Sometimes I feel that color is too bright so I wear it on my daring days :)) (FYI, I’m a neutral kind of girl but a little pop of color sometimes gives me that extra confidence!)

Hi Christine,
You have created such a huge problem for me. Ever since I have started following your blog, I find myself longing for the makeup that looks great on you, specially lipsticks. I have already bought this, a few guerlain ones and still watching out others. Mind you i am not a rich person, these things are wayyyy out of my price range. But cant stop myself. Your lip swatch of guerlain giovanna made me crazy and I have been in search of it, haven’t found it anywhere so far:( and Le metier de beaute’s creme in framboise, it’s not available in Australia and merman Marcus or asks don’t deliver makeup to Australia.
Great blog. Now whatever I need t buy, I see your swatches first.
This lippie looks beautiful on you!